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Amenities + details
On-Site Accommodations
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Wireless Internet
Settings
- Historic Venue
- Hotel
Venue Service Offerings
- Transportation
Reviews
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4.5
out of 5.013 reviews
We had the absolute privilege of hosting our wedding at the Willard, and it was nothing short of perfection from start to finish.
During the planning process, Michael was an absol...
ute book of knowledge—friendly, professional, and so incredibly helpful. He made booking with The Willard the easiest decision we could have made. His responsiveness was unbelievable; it honestly felt like he answered emails before we even hit send.
Our event manager, Shauntel, went above and beyond in every single way. She was kind, thoughtful, and exactly the calming presence you need on what is both the most exciting and most stressful day of your life. One of our favorite moments was when she noticed my husband and I were running out of steam during family photos. Without hesitation, she ran to the bar to grab our signature drinks and even fed me sips in between photos so I wouldn’t spill on my dress. That level of care made it feel like I was working alongside a friend rather than just an event manager.
Every single associate at The Willard radiated warmth and hospitality. From the serving staff to the banquet managers, the service was impeccable. Our guests are still raving about how personalized and genuine everything felt.
We truly cannot thank The Willard team enough for creating such an unforgettable experience. These memories will forever hold a special place in our hearts, and we are endlessly grateful to everyone who played a role in making our wedding day magical.
I attended the wedding reception of my best friend's daughter. The reception was lovely. However, I was extremely disappointed with the dinner. I had requested the filet. My husban...
d had requested the crab cake. The server set our plates down and promptly took mine back. After waiting patiently, watching everyone at our table enjoy their's and nibbling on my husband's, the server returned to inform me that they had no more filets and that they would have to give me a crab cake, They literally took mine away and gave it to someone else. In a party of 150+ people, they deprived me of my pre-ordered meal. I turned down the crab cake as I had already tasted it and it was very mediocre. I have been to around 50 weddings and never been slighted in this manner.
I would give the Willard 10 stars if I could. The Willard is truly one of the most iconic and breathtaking wedding venues in D.C.—the location is unmatched. Working with Shauntel d...
uring the planning process was an absolute pleasure. She was communicative, organized, and professional from day one, which made the entire process smooth and stress-free. The entire Willard staff went above and beyond throughout our wedding weekend—we felt so genuinely cared for from start to finish. So many of our guests mentioned the wedding was out of fairytale and that's exactly how it felt to us. If you're looking for a venue that combines timeless beauty with impeccable service, The Willard is it. We are SO grateful and couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
The Willard Hotel helped us create the wedding of our dreams. The historic spacves we used (Crystal Room and Willard Room) made for beautiful, picturesque spaces, and the entire te...
am at the Willard was extremely professional, thoughtful, responsive, and kind throughout the entire planning process and on our wedding day itself (Michael Deltette, the Director of Social Events even ensured I had a drink in my hand and hors d'oeuvres to enjoy while my dress was being bustled during the cocktail reception). The event was seamless from top to bottom, and our guests all remarked on how easy, fun, and gorgeous the wedding was. The icing on the cake is their beautiful guest rooms, and the stunning suite we had for our wedding night and day-of preparations.
Truly, if you are looking for a beautiful indoor space in a historic DC establishment I would recommend the Willard to anyone looking to host a fabulous and gorgeous event.
I would get married here ten times over if I could!! We just had our wedding here in February 2024, we did cocktail hour in the Atrium and then our reception was in the newly renov...
ated Crystal Ballroom (we had approx 105 guests) and it was magical. The drinks and food were high-end and superb (sincerely, the cocktail hour food was delicious and the entree was the best meal I've ever had at a wedding), our cake was delicious and beautifully decorated, and the Crystal Room looks like something out of a movie/a european castle.
Also, Michael Deltette was absolutely top-notch to work with--experienced, communicative, detail-oriented, and accommodating; he is a total pro. He went above and beyond to work with me and my wedding planner and make sure everything was absolutely flawless throughout our wedding weekend, and he really spared no detail in making me, my now-husband, and our families feel so special. Everyone & everything at the Willard is lovely, but Michael and his staff were truly exceptional and made me feel like a princess! Numerous guests said this was the best wedding they had ever attended, and that was no doubt because of the food, drink, and the incredible and historic venue.
The Willard was a dream!
The Willard was a wonderful wedding venue, and we could not be happier with our choice to have our special day there. Julia was awesome to work with. She was on top of everything, ...
made sure everything ran smoothly, and to our liking. She made sure that my husband and me had time to actually eat, take moments to ourselves, enjoy our favorite drinks, and feel stress free on the day of our wedding. The Crystal ballroom is absolutely gorgeous. The history of the hotel and elegant decor of the ballroom separates this venue from others in DC. Our guests felt this was the best and most historic venue in DC. Glorious room, impeccable food, exceptional service! The Willard exceeded all expectations. We could not be happier.
Dear Couples,
The waiting staff is trash. Security is rude, and it’s an outside Vendors nightmare. Think twice before hosting your event here
Negative 10 stars for this venue
I honestly get emotional writing about my wedding at the Willard because it was more beautiful and elegant than I had hoped and imagined it to be and I'm so grateful to the people ...
there for giving me and my husband the most wonderful memories of our lives. From the moment we became their clients, they treated us like honored guests, with so much grace at all steps along the planning process. They were receptive, responsive, very amenable to changes and willing to work with our coordinator with everything from banquet options to to little itty bitty changes on our timeline. On the day of our wedding, my husband and I felt like royalty. Everyone - from the people who greeted us at the door to the wait and catering staff - was so wonderful to us, constantly checking up on us throughout the stay and asking if we needed anything. At the end of the night, the catering staff sent up sandwiches, popcorn, chocolate covered strawberries and a tiny wedding cake that was SO CUTE. I miss going to this place to check out my wedding venue - the Willard is so special to me now.
This venue was absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Our coordinator Paige was very knowledgeable and helped me every step of the way. It was pricey but very worth it. Our friends and family had a...
blast; the food was amazing!! If you want the ultimate WOW factor, the Willard will not disappoint.
The Willard is an elegant hotel with over 200 years of historical significance. The customer service is spot on and very pro-active in meeting your needs. We personally recommend...
Lindsay. To say that she is “all-over-it” is an understatement at best. Family and friends raved about the food and the service. The location of the hotel is also ideal to see and visit DC.
Everything about this hotel is absolutely gorgeous. Everyone was very helpful with all the details we wanted (Italian food, allergy restrictions, amount of rooms for guests etc). W...
e were married right in the middle of summer so sometimes it took a little longer to get questions answered or a few email conversations to make sure it was what we wanted- but that's a given when it's a busy time of the year. Overall would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone!
The Willard Intercontinental is an beautiful location to have a wedding. The service is friendly and exceptional. One may think that it's expensive and I don't disagree, but give...
n the location and service you get in return, it's great. I worked with Jenny Robertson in the catering department and she was detailed oriented, prompt, and a gem to work with. Alex in catering was helpful, amazing, and super. All the staff that we worked with were helpful. If want to have a wedding and have a facility that's state of the art, and not have to worry about details, this is your location.
The grandeur; the atmosphere;The initial price is definitely not what the total is going to be.
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1401 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC
The Willard Hotel